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Museum · Honfleur, Normandia
Musée Eugène-Boudin
Art museum founded in 1868 by Eugène Boudin and Alexandre Dubourg, with paintings by artists who worked on the estuary of the Seine, from Boudin and Monet to Dufy.
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About Musée Eugène-Boudin
The Musée Eugène-Boudin was created in 1868 by the Honfleur town council, at the initiative of painters Louis-Alexandre Dubourg and Eugène Boudin, both natives of the town. Since 1924 it has occupied the chapel of the former Augustinian convent, expanded in 1974 with a new building.
Boudin, born in Honfleur in 1824, is considered one of the precursors of Impressionism: he painted outdoors the beaches, skies and ports of the Normandy coast, and he was the one who encouraged the young Claude Monet to paint outside the studio.
The collection brings together works by Boudin and artists connected to Normandy and the estuary, such as Monet, Jongkind, Courbet and Dufy, as well as a collection of regional objects and costumes. The museum also hosts temporary exhibitions.
It is a short visit and good to understand why Honfleur and the neighboring Côte Fleurie attracted so many painters in the 19th century.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
About 1 hour.
Best time
At midday, when the Vieux Bassin gets crowded, or on a rainy day. The museum has closing days and may close in winter; check before you go.
How to get there
It's on rue de l'Homme-de-Bois, about a 5-minute walk from the Vieux Bassin, in the Sainte-Catherine neighborhood.
Tip
Honfleur's museums offer a combined ticket that includes the Musée Eugène-Boudin, the Maisons Satie and other venues. It's worth it if you plan to visit more than one.
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Musée Eugène-Boudin
Who was Eugène Boudin?
A painter born in Honfleur in 1824 who painted the Normandy coast outdoors and is regarded as a precursor of Impressionism. He was one of Monet's first teachers.
Does the museum have works by Monet?
Yes, alongside Boudin, Jongkind, Courbet, Dufy and other painters linked to Normandy.
Is there a combined ticket with other Honfleur museums?
Yes: one ticket brings together the Musée Eugène-Boudin, the Maisons Satie and other venues in the town. Check the options before you go.